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31 Most Eclectic Fashion Choices in VMAs History

The MTV Video Music Awards have manifested pop culture icons in history over the years for a number of reasons — most of which have somehow included fashion.

We've seen risque materials, live animals and even edible ensembles throughout the show's 30 years. Celebrities know who or what they wear to live award shows is a huge part of the evening and could make or break their image for years to come (see: Lil Kim, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera).

2. Lady Gaga

3. Howard Stern

The infamous "Fart Man" sketch in 1992 featured Howard Stern descending upon the stage, most likely leaving hundreds emotionally scarred by the costume's back-side.

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4. Lil Kim

Rapper Lil Kim made pop culture history when she wore a revealing outfit, complete with sequined pasty, to the 1999 VMAs. The outfit was so attention-grabbing, Diana Ross couldn't keep her hands off it.

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5. Missy Elliott

One man's trash is Missy Elliott's performance-wear in 2006.

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6. Marilyn Manson

What's stranger than Marilyn Manson's outfit in 1998? The fact that it's probably not the strangest thing he's ever worn.

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7. Busta Rhymes

In 1998, Busta Rhymes and Flip Mode Squad introduced the Brian Setzer Orchestra. None of the above have any affiliation with salsa, but perhaps the group was feeling spicy.

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8. Buckethead

Though Buckethead is known for the KFC headwear and Halloween-inspired mask, the bright yellow raincoat during his 2002 performance was an odd pairing.

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9. Chyna

The former professional wrestler was particularly patriotic for the 2000 awards ceremony.

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10. Jackie Chan

Kid Rock's "Cowboy" also came out in 1999, which is when Jackie Chan chose this ensemble. Coincidence?

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11. Macy Gray

Singer Macy Gray went through serious measures to shamelessly advertise her upcoming album in 2001.

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